Slow Cooker Creamy Goat Cheese Chicken Cavatelli

Slow Cooker Creamy Goat Cheese Chicken Cavatelli
Description
Slow Cooker Creamy Goat Cheese Chicken Cavatelli is a rich, comforting pasta dish that combines tender slow-cooked chicken, pillowy cavatelli pasta, creamy goat cheese, garlic, herbs, and a silky savory sauce. The slow cooker develops deep flavor while keeping the chicken juicy and fork-tender. Tangy goat cheese melts into the sauce, creating a luxurious texture that perfectly coats every bite of pasta.

This recipe works beautifully for cozy family dinners, meal prep, or casual entertaining because it feels restaurant-quality with minimal hands-on cooking.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Easy slow cooker preparation
Creamy without heavy cream overload
Rich flavor from goat cheese and herbs
Great for meal prep
Family-friendly comfort food
Customizable with vegetables or spice
Prep & Cook Time
Time Duration
Prep Time 15 minutes
Slow Cook Time 4–5 hours
Pasta Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time About 5 hours
Servings
Serves: 6 people

Ingredients
For the Chicken
2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely diced
1 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Creamy Sauce
8 oz soft goat cheese
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 cup milk or half-and-half
2 tablespoons cream cheese (optional for extra richness)
1 teaspoon dried thyme
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Pasta
16 oz cavatelli pasta
Garnish
Fresh parsley
Extra Parmesan
Cracked black pepper
Equipment Needed
Slow cooker
Large pot for pasta
Mixing spoon
Measuring cups and spoons
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Chicken
Season the chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.

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Place onion and garlic into the bottom of the slow cooker. Add the chicken and pour in chicken broth and olive oil.

2. Slow Cook
Cook on:

Low: 4–5 hours
or
High: 2½–3 hours
The chicken should become tender and easy to shred.

3. Shred the Chicken
Remove chicken and shred using two forks. Return shredded chicken to the slow cooker.

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4. Make the Creamy Goat Cheese Sauce
Add:

Goat cheese
Parmesan
Milk
Cream cheese
Thyme
Red pepper flakes
Stir until smooth and creamy.